Software architecture modeling method in recursive design

This paper proposes a method to model the architecture within an object-oriented analysis and recursive design method. The modeling of the architectural domain is based on the Object-Oriented Analysis and Recursive Design methodology as introduced by Shlaer and Mellor. We propose seven steps to model the architectural domain, i.e., select a style and pattern for the architecture, define structural elements and rules, specify data structures, specify structural units, specify mechanisms to support state models and timers, build the architectural model, and derive mapping and archetype. This paper also shows the difference between the use of general purpose and specific design languages for architectural description in recursive design.